Stephen & Leigh’s Colourful Manadala Wines Wedding

Stephen and Leigh chose the beautiful Mandala Wines in the Yarra Valley for the location of their colourful winery wedding, and added lots of bright flags, flowers and lego to make it distinctly theirs!

The Meeting

When Stephen first laid eyes on Leigh at a friend’s BBQ about four years ago, he thought she was way out of his league, but went on to impress her with his polite nature and perfect manners, so the pair soon struck up a friendship, bonding over a mutual love of movies, cocktails, ‘phat’ beats and the great outdoors.

They both grew to love the unconditional love they both provided the other with, as well as the freedom of being able to be completely who they truly were. It was fun, and comfortable, and felt so right, that marriage had definitely become an option for the future.

The Proposal

It was during a two-week road trip through New Zealand that Stephen entertained the idea of a perfect proposal, but after waiting for that perfect moment to present itself, it became apparent that he was struggling to keep his big secret, and after three failed attempts to work up the courage, finally asked Leigh to marry him on the final night of their adventure.
It may have been a huge source of anxiety for Stephen, but according to Leigh, it was private, and personal, and absolutely perfect.

The Vows

In a stunning lace Marianna Hardwick gown, Leigh quietly declared to her handsome groom that “you love me even when I don’t love myself” (before quoting Beyonce!), after which Stephen told Leigh “your beaming smile can brighten my darkest days, and your beautiful laugh brings me more happiness than anything.”

It was an absolute pleasure to share this moment with Stephen & Leigh and I hope they achieve all their dreams of travelling the world together, starting a family of their own and enjoying all the adventures that life will bring x

The Photographer

A huge shout out to the super talented Zosia from Aparat Photography for these stunning images!!

 Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

 Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

Mandala wines wedding

 

Stephen & Leigh | 16.04.2016

Celebrant: Meriki Comito
Ceremony & Reception Location: Mandala Wines
Photography: Aparat Photography
Ceremony Arch & Bunting: Created by the clever Groom!
Bridal Gown: Marianna Hardwick
Bridesmaids Dresses: Rodeo Show
Flowergirl Dress: H&M
Groom’s Attire: Joe Black
Bouquet’s, Boutonniere’s and Flower Crown: Debbie O’Neill
Cake & Bomboniere: The Bride’s own creations